tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-72710613168739533472024-02-26T12:22:36.620+08:00Practical PinayPractical tips—career, health, fashion, travel, family, relationships and love.Esay Querubinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01793368588746078872noreply@blogger.comBlogger54125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7271061316873953347.post-48539369002686373802018-08-20T18:00:00.001+08:002018-11-12T11:06:44.503+08:00Pregnancy and Pelvic Pain-- Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">5 months pregnant</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">6 months pregnant</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 9.5pt; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #444444;">I had a relatively smooth
pregnancy. Just a few hiccups here and there, but everything was very manageable. I
actually enjoyed the baby bump and the privileges that came with it. In fact,
as per my closest friends, I looked really great during my pregnancy--even better
when I wasn’t pregnant! </span></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 9.5pt; text-align: center;"><o:p><span style="color: #444444;"> </span></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><span style="color: #444444;">All was well until a week
before I gave birth. I started feeling a sharp pain on my pelvis— on my
pubic bone area—which I found out later is called the symphysis pubis. It
started as a slight discomfort, something not to worry about as it seems to be
a normal part of pregnancy. My OB even confirmed that my pelvic muscles
were just loosening up in preparation for delivery. But in two days the pain went
from manageable to severe. It made walking, adjusting positions in bed,
getting dressed, getting in and out of the car, more or less all activities which
involved movement of legs, very painful. Stepping one leg forward
felt like my pubic bone was being torn apart. From then on, I used a
wheelchair whenever possible. </span></span><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><o:p><span style="color: #444444;"> </span></o:p></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><span style="color: #444444;"><br /></span></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><span style="color: #444444;">I even went to my OB squirming in
pain. I wanted to give birth already and schedule my CS the next day. Still, she
thought it’s just part of the pregnancy and I’ll go back to normal soon after
delivery. We stuck with our original schedule for the cesarean operation, which meant I had to
endure the pain for four more long days. </span></span><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><o:p><span style="color: #444444;"> </span></o:p></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><span style="color: #444444;"><br /></span></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><span style="color: #444444;">Thankfully, my husband was beside me the whole time.
He was the only one who understood the pain I was going through. For one thing,
he had experienced pain due to bone/ spinal column alignment and had rough days when
he can’t walk as well. And simply because he is a very caring and under standing
husband. He helped me mobilize throughout the day. Most specially when I needed
to go in and out of the bed. Going to bed was a step by step process— I sat
down, he carried my leg one by one so he can place them on the bed, I put my
arm on his neck then he will lower my body on a laying down position. We do
this in a very slow manner. I felt helpless. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><span style="color: #444444;"><br /></span></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><span style="color: #444444;">I can’t wait to give birth
already. </span></span><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><o:p><span style="color: #444444;"> </span></o:p></span><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><span style="color: #444444;">I started reading on what I was experiencing,
every symptom led to Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD), also called Pelvic
Girdle Pain (PGP). I pointed it out to my OB, but her response was that we
should just wait and see. </span></span><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><o:p><span style="color: #444444;"> </span></o:p></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><span style="color: #444444;"><br /></span></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><span style="color: #444444;">Then came the day of my
delivery. It happened so quickly. I didn’t feel pain because I was on
anesthesia. I won’t go into the details of the delivery because that is
another story in itself. I will focus on the recovery.</span></span><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><o:p><span style="color: #444444;"> </span></o:p></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><span style="color: #444444;"><br /></span></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><span style="color: #444444;">At first, I can’t decipher If the
pain I was feeling was from the cesarean operation or my pubic bone. But after
trying to go to the restroom two days after the procedure, I knew already that
the pain on my pelvic bone was still there. The challenge then was that I had
to ambulate to help air out my abdomen— a painful side effect of cesarean operation. The thing
is, I can’t even go down my bed without help. At that time, going to bed is
even more painful compared to prior my delivery that two nurses had to help carry me.
One time I just cried while the nurses were trying to position me back on the
bed. I felt really helpless. My
hormones not yet being intact may have added to more indescribable feelings.</span></span><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><o:p><span style="color: #444444;"> </span></o:p></span></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px; text-align: center;">X-ray of the Symphisis Pubis. Normal gap is 2.5mm. Mine reached 4.69mm</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><span style="color: #444444;">Five days after the
operation my husband and I decided to visit an Orthodontist. As per the x-ray
scan, my symphysis pubis had a 4.69mm gap, wherein this should only be a 2.5mm
space for the ligament. That was what’s causing the pain whenever I move. The good
news was that it will cure on its own, but I had to be on bed rest; minimise
movement as much as possible. </span></span><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><o:p><span style="color: #444444;"> </span></o:p></span></span><br />
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to recovery. I found a global support group on Facebook specifically for those
who have pregnancy pelvic pain. I found another Filipina who also is recovering
from SPD. And was pointed to a physiotherapist who can help me with my
recovery. I have weekly sessions with the physiotherapist and was prescribed
daily exercises. I am also doing acupuncture on a weekly basis.</span></span><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><o:p><span style="color: #444444;"> </span></o:p></span></span><br />
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go back to normal again. My physiotherapists believes otherwise. I believe the latter. </span></span><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><o:p><span style="color: #444444;"> </span></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><span style="color: #444444;">I can walk already (3 weeks after my delivery), however very
carefully. I still don’t know when I can run, bike or swim again. Hopefully,
soon. </span></span><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;"><o:p><span style="color: #444444;"> </span></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 9.5pt; text-align: center;">As for my little one, I only hold
her when she breastfeeds. Slowly I am able to carry her while standing up. I
can’t wait to get well and be able to fully take care of her. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Three months prior our trip, everything was all set already-- our airfare tickets, transfers</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">, accommodation, and even some museum, and event passes. For those places that had capacity limits, I had our tickets booked way in advance. Luckily, now we can get everything from the internet-- must-dos, where to stay, where to eat; and these are complete with hundreds of reviews. The apps I used were AirBNB and Booking.com for accommodation-- </span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I suggest to book accommodations at least six months before the date of travel. You would want to get the best rate and room available right?</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">; TripAdvisor for what to do and where to eat; Waze for how to get in a specific location; Uber for transportation. </span></div>
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Esay Querubinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01793368588746078872noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7271061316873953347.post-33411448923866759972017-02-17T18:07:00.000+08:002017-11-27T18:20:49.840+08:00Laguna Road Trip from Metro Manila<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Itching to travel but low on budget? No need to wait for the next salary to go on another expedition. A road trip to Laguna from Manila is easy to organize, affordable and fun. It's best for families or group of friends. So go ask your car owner friends if they are up for a two day road trip to explore the wonders of Laguna.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Here was our itinerary when my in-laws and I did the Laguna road trip.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>First stop: Pisong Kape for breakfast </b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Arrival here was around 8:30am. P</span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue light" , , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;">isong Kape is popular among bikers who climb up to Antipolo, Teresa or Bugarin. But the carinderia in front of Pisong Kape called Cafe Carmen is the more preferred eatery by riders. It's just that Pisong Kape is more popular as a landmark. They serve different viands with rice, but the Lugaw (chicken porridge) is their best seller. In fact, the best Lugaw I had ever tasted! </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Eight kilometers from Pisong Kape was the Wind farm. This was really something to see. Never<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue light" , , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;"> thought that windmills were that impressive. They were huge! And can turn wind energy to mechanical energy-- so that was really cool. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">From Paete, we set your Waze to Liliw, which was around 37 kilometers away, 1 hour 20 minutes in travel time. Liliw is known for making footwear. There is a 500 meter+ road near the church where sellers are located. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I got really excited here because they sell good quality shoes, sandals and slippers from P50 to P500 only. I had to restrain myself from buying pairs of shoes that I don't really need.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Before shoe shopping though, we had lunch first at Chef Mau Restaurant. It's always a good idea to shop with a full stomach anyway-- it lessens impulsiveness. The restaurant was also in Liliw, along the highway before you reach the shoe shops. Chef Mau Restaurant was right up my alley-- good food, priced right (or even on the cheap side as servings are more than enough, and quality and taste are both grade A). I never really thought that there was such a place in Liliw. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The facade and interiors though were very provincial. We went there right before Valentine's Day and there were heart cutouts pasted all over the place. In this case you shouldn't really judge a book by its cover. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">And for the last stop-- San Pablo. We also stayed there for the night and</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> rented a villa in Sitio de Amor-- really nice place. You can get rooms or villas from P3,000+, which has breakfast included already. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">It was much colder in San Pablo compared to the other places we visited, because of the seven lakes all over the city. The next day, w</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">e toured the city, and went to the second largest lake and ate lunch in one of the restaurants alongside the road surrounding it. Once again, we chanced upon a good place to eat at called Cafe Lago. There was also a ginormous friendly good-looking dog in this restaurant. </span></div>
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Esay Querubinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01793368588746078872noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7271061316873953347.post-74689782685233778582017-01-28T18:51:00.002+08:002017-04-25T15:53:58.753+08:00Siargao Travel Tips<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Now is the best time to go to Siargao. Well, actually it is from March to September according to locals. There is less or no rain on these months. I went there on a January and downpour was on and off. Anyway, I'm saying you visit Siargao now since it's paradise there-- it still is. Unlike Boracay, there is no loud mainstream music and it is not crowded. <span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The place is very accommodating and charming.</span> And of course, really beautiful. But it might not be long before tourists begin flocking to the place. </span><br />
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If you are looking for a peaceful and quiet vacation house, this is the best.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Very nice bathroom.<br />
It also has an outside shower connected to this bathroom to wash off sand from your body.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I love how all the details in Sandy Feet was thought of. <br />
The orchid is real! </td></tr>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This is a must to easily go around the island and to really appreciate the place. If you don't know how to drive an automatic motorcycle, then better learn before going to Siargao. It's very easy! The locals would probably push for a P500 (~10 USD) per day at first. But it should only be </span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">P350 (~7 USD) per day. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This is something I don't recommend. Nothing special about the cave. It's just an entrance to a lagoon and the guides have prepared stories to tell about the rock formations. Tour also start early (around 5:30am) as the cave is three hours away. There will be some stops-- pay fees, visit smaller less popular lagoons or lakes-- before you do the actual Sohoton cave tour. You have to transfer to a smaller boat to be able to pass the cave. During our visit, we waited an hour for our turn-- so not worth it!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">There are three islands to visit: Naked, Daku and Guyam Islands. I decided to just book our own boat rather than with a tour guide. It will be cheaper than to pay per person, since there are five adults in our group. Boat should only cost P1,500 (~30 USD). </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">And then last stop is Guyam Island. I have a different feeling towards this island because a friend got married here. So I will always find this island a special one. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Other places to eat at are Ocean 101 for those who can't decide what to eat, Kermit for pasta, and Kalinaw for Italian (more on the expensive side).</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">There are a lot more things that can be done in Siargao like simply enjoy the view and appreciate nature, soak in your resort's beachfront, paddle board, and explore the island on motorcycle. All you need to do is book your flight and accommodation now!</span></div>
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Esay Querubinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01793368588746078872noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7271061316873953347.post-50858704085007994982016-03-26T16:18:00.001+08:002016-04-18T17:15:43.657+08:00Greenfield Weekend Market is a Saturdate staple<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzuni02dcE51BeIYHBxLFMi1L3xejoXPJZrL5E38PU5osi1VfhSnall2QY4v97JhgEypRMdqz0mkLqQhMY7NdRaa3HXPMm-wy2D4BncBKNf4KfX3wAmD7KDAtuJJEQRdz8I95nnZ9G0cGW/s640/blogger-image--20878706.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzuni02dcE51BeIYHBxLFMi1L3xejoXPJZrL5E38PU5osi1VfhSnall2QY4v97JhgEypRMdqz0mkLqQhMY7NdRaa3HXPMm-wy2D4BncBKNf4KfX3wAmD7KDAtuJJEQRdz8I95nnZ9G0cGW/s640/blogger-image--20878706.jpg"></a></div><div><br></div>One of the good things about living in Flair Condominiums is its proximity to the Greenfield Weekend Market. Almost every Saturday my husband and I would find ourselves here. And this is because of the so many wonderful things about the place.<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhtAXbu-KSoMV9hpy41mRvXdgQ01lNeAsh3bL71cuy4P-tW3tRZx3ifLNEm1nD05stEqjrGO7IuMWRyw5XKUnSsd5BoJV0zyJQaVB3fZNkAI_yDcMQr5_SZQzKHp56pZFCYkP5z29BjfJn/s640/blogger-image-1095420591.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhtAXbu-KSoMV9hpy41mRvXdgQ01lNeAsh3bL71cuy4P-tW3tRZx3ifLNEm1nD05stEqjrGO7IuMWRyw5XKUnSsd5BoJV0zyJQaVB3fZNkAI_yDcMQr5_SZQzKHp56pZFCYkP5z29BjfJn/s640/blogger-image-1095420591.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>1. The festive, yet relaxing vibe of the weekend market reminds me of my childhood. When I used to stay hours going around provincial festivals checking out interesting items and food for sale. The group of friends, kids, families and couples having a lovely time in Greenfield are always a pleasure to see.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIxVsDxTU6DInU2oGzHhfNg7vINySdud_ZBhxCCJVokCEAXQWG5qjVyAGf4cggJGpzrodVTatJVkOcqp1dITcELkrLik2ubqfgo1JnHTwDsFFvV5FHbFSZ5LRkdTw2eovfdTtX77TfRRUR/s640/blogger-image--105430421.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIxVsDxTU6DInU2oGzHhfNg7vINySdud_ZBhxCCJVokCEAXQWG5qjVyAGf4cggJGpzrodVTatJVkOcqp1dITcELkrLik2ubqfgo1JnHTwDsFFvV5FHbFSZ5LRkdTw2eovfdTtX77TfRRUR/s640/blogger-image--105430421.jpg"></a></div></div></div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqb-D9posxqw6h_FSfPa4tk-4uNHP8AI65mbKI-pCii8sdFkPtiCGhTrU-LQMBI0XACulYPvlnhhM-ol5WLTigJda-s3ZqcyCHsLINtcr1ldb7vF6SKl74OMzCCojTptdzMT4GsopZOIQV/s640/blogger-image--2025571595.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqb-D9posxqw6h_FSfPa4tk-4uNHP8AI65mbKI-pCii8sdFkPtiCGhTrU-LQMBI0XACulYPvlnhhM-ol5WLTigJda-s3ZqcyCHsLINtcr1ldb7vF6SKl74OMzCCojTptdzMT4GsopZOIQV/s640/blogger-image--2025571595.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbw9IqVgGNafE3kwaRXruPDRNF9AMjP4kzVhcHyKoJivw70w89i8HnTkpoUtkohIp-7SEXLhjPIOvOpBqCMxyiFwpVosgGQQ88WfxaxgayFjQgmMpuRm8O76u9JTIYyXedhvpFsCYdOvcs/s640/blogger-image-1811782807.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbw9IqVgGNafE3kwaRXruPDRNF9AMjP4kzVhcHyKoJivw70w89i8HnTkpoUtkohIp-7SEXLhjPIOvOpBqCMxyiFwpVosgGQQ88WfxaxgayFjQgmMpuRm8O76u9JTIYyXedhvpFsCYdOvcs/s640/blogger-image-1811782807.jpg"></a></div></div><div><br></div><div>2. The music from the live quartet is an event in itself. I will spend time and money just to watch them play. The times I saw them, they played instrumental renditions of new and old songs. Any song they played, I loved tremendously. </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLHTZzzwKrwY8knIuE8wjUNs0pDQftA_2a7qJjkakpsl8iNqdNUI_48ZXFL0qPMn7LeFTqPti_Mya706AMlCRiTwYr4B13HyyhjduwYu7C4QEFMjAshalWWtUODh4LpfK-N3Ya8eBLXjw0/s640/blogger-image--2045325159.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLHTZzzwKrwY8knIuE8wjUNs0pDQftA_2a7qJjkakpsl8iNqdNUI_48ZXFL0qPMn7LeFTqPti_Mya706AMlCRiTwYr4B13HyyhjduwYu7C4QEFMjAshalWWtUODh4LpfK-N3Ya8eBLXjw0/s640/blogger-image--2045325159.jpg"></a></div></div><div><br></div><div>3. And of course, the awesome selection of food and what-nots</div><div><br></div><div>Suman</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheCzzVdPX8bCQcbKzCbD9Omg5iXQ6VlNXGFxVCtzhONM0dvx5lsVS89Zf3k9VBOFpkcirHw7xjN0Cbg0RUoZWzi2PN3iaV-uywA1-uQiGRAAuMjStxvrOse4K04MxhadGk1Sqpk499rxzJ/s640/blogger-image--242881833.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheCzzVdPX8bCQcbKzCbD9Omg5iXQ6VlNXGFxVCtzhONM0dvx5lsVS89Zf3k9VBOFpkcirHw7xjN0Cbg0RUoZWzi2PN3iaV-uywA1-uQiGRAAuMjStxvrOse4K04MxhadGk1Sqpk499rxzJ/s640/blogger-image--242881833.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>I am a sucker for rice cakes and this Suman is soooo good. Plus, the sellers have superb customer service. One time my husband's piece unfortunately had a piece of small rock in it. Thankfully he didn't break a tooth when he bit into it. I mentioned this to the saleslady and without batting an eyelash she gave me four pieces of sumans to replace the sumans I bought the week before. I know it won't affect the fact that there may still be rock pieces in them but still I liked that she was sorry for our experience and replacing them was her way of appeasing me. </div><div><br></div><div>Squid sisig </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGE6TqU1klF6CngLQl8alUWTl2cgvBVC0owvvQRWO2W1e_bgsEcZGjiWqOWe_euLGdFBDCNEcbmep1qcWFKsAfTMYNyXK7bo6tr1u-D_M1vT4FKSESU_vGnknkpaqATGgRBGxqxSkPkmeJ/s640/blogger-image--1707920399.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGE6TqU1klF6CngLQl8alUWTl2cgvBVC0owvvQRWO2W1e_bgsEcZGjiWqOWe_euLGdFBDCNEcbmep1qcWFKsAfTMYNyXK7bo6tr1u-D_M1vT4FKSESU_vGnknkpaqATGgRBGxqxSkPkmeJ/s640/blogger-image--1707920399.jpg"></a></div>Chef Bab's sisig is one of our favorite dinner go-tos. They make different kinds of Sisigs-- chicken, pork, squid, etc. And since my husband only eats chicken and seafood-- it was such a great find for us. We had always gotten the squid. Though I suggest being there upon opening for fresher squid. We had once experienced squid that seemed near expiration already. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Fresh fruit drinks <div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgel3XvhixYCSvB5KlnnJwZ4k3HaHCS8byk7cSlKKwsNVN3YvhJMORScFfvghanXQQjEjAYe_O_0uZiAgNGVtc7XaR9UcIzFmsBH0Qd-3bBp0K8xB6cTjaSQnLg8_uObebvf2M4W8QHmcVt/s640/blogger-image--572415376.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgel3XvhixYCSvB5KlnnJwZ4k3HaHCS8byk7cSlKKwsNVN3YvhJMORScFfvghanXQQjEjAYe_O_0uZiAgNGVtc7XaR9UcIzFmsBH0Qd-3bBp0K8xB6cTjaSQnLg8_uObebvf2M4W8QHmcVt/s640/blogger-image--572415376.jpg"></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The fresh fruit salad is my husband's choice while for me it is the guyabano. I am a sucker for guyabano. And buying fresh guyabano is always a challenge. Most of the time I end up getting rotten or overiped produce. Having it in juice form is just perfect. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Pasta </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiw5yCH1ypA7mS3W7OH0I5v-pgIrnLXhkvFNu2DIz4XAg99CKGe4txSGMoFCwiO3ffsoiRNQu0vbPs9-3MWQbkT7k6dS6n9tP97thRzFymDErVNIPbcMjP9Uk83jzOywA7XJDSaKsF9oAzv/s640/blogger-image--1432509280.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiw5yCH1ypA7mS3W7OH0I5v-pgIrnLXhkvFNu2DIz4XAg99CKGe4txSGMoFCwiO3ffsoiRNQu0vbPs9-3MWQbkT7k6dS6n9tP97thRzFymDErVNIPbcMjP9Uk83jzOywA7XJDSaKsF9oAzv/s640/blogger-image--1432509280.jpg"></a></div>Almost everything in the pasta stand is tasty, although they were a bit stringy in the meat department. Try to ask for samples for taste tests-- they offer that. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Books!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPH4VdV6bxfU4UDzjEN8j0Nv-QDMMrhCG3uafaFDNjo82bgk7XhFkdrG1Ie-c4_2YFD2b6v0U9gyNb1pqBUuxNrSdalIOI1wBsMC5E_E6u4WkbEDOmMOB4fEbVF6tfFBgZVGcWKz7g8oKS/s640/blogger-image--310439854.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPH4VdV6bxfU4UDzjEN8j0Nv-QDMMrhCG3uafaFDNjo82bgk7XhFkdrG1Ie-c4_2YFD2b6v0U9gyNb1pqBUuxNrSdalIOI1wBsMC5E_E6u4WkbEDOmMOB4fEbVF6tfFBgZVGcWKz7g8oKS/s640/blogger-image--310439854.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The book stand is headed by three lady bookworms. Whatever questions we had about novels and writers, they had answers. They also had 90% of the hard-to-find books my husband is looking for. We are always impressed by how knowledgable they all are and as a result they sold to my husband easily. We now have a number of books waiting to be read at home. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Classic music records </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqYIrqruAGKahZzzVjJ9z6XkYdxR9TU8ZtAgK48EQ9cy3YZYtQ7kozDqYaM0cuHvBaUUP0pqKvc681VxkeJvBAxwaUPos0HuK6JcRmci0bA84nj3K75h5HDFy7COpzrUg6qPX5AilxC-NX/s640/blogger-image-1529259023.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqYIrqruAGKahZzzVjJ9z6XkYdxR9TU8ZtAgK48EQ9cy3YZYtQ7kozDqYaM0cuHvBaUUP0pqKvc681VxkeJvBAxwaUPos0HuK6JcRmci0bA84nj3K75h5HDFy7COpzrUg6qPX5AilxC-NX/s640/blogger-image-1529259023.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Some records are as low as P100! And since my husband has just renovated their old record player-- he ended up buying a lot of affordable music records, too. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Local artists</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtfywsoye7Sr3DTIvdMf_XQbCQlK8L2wntn86CgC8T33zJ46mn-gOfVMPvlrFs38U5nFDjhT3uZKMKiR3rl_cwjyiFEyBTVwQJAP9e-pstaD5Wo9w5f5L45VOLJn01RUAIZyqrNHhT4wtO/s640/blogger-image--1793822459.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtfywsoye7Sr3DTIvdMf_XQbCQlK8L2wntn86CgC8T33zJ46mn-gOfVMPvlrFs38U5nFDjhT3uZKMKiR3rl_cwjyiFEyBTVwQJAP9e-pstaD5Wo9w5f5L45VOLJn01RUAIZyqrNHhT4wtO/s640/blogger-image--1793822459.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Kudos to the organizers of Greenfield Weekend Market for supporting local talents. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Aside from rice cakes and Sisigs and fruit juices; there are also cakes, dairy products, bagnet and Paella.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiURboJSXxCFC_rhXvqo4KqYT-AT3ZpMuiBLwA9aLjNyAqBdYQgzbqxH15wH6MpZacFncqI3X45MV6OEjt_6Ui0sZxHHhRCQLMCClkwRtMSjGY77lPL4dTpbPGwM0LLnH_OpbSAcko0U7ia/s640/blogger-image--1342574447.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiURboJSXxCFC_rhXvqo4KqYT-AT3ZpMuiBLwA9aLjNyAqBdYQgzbqxH15wH6MpZacFncqI3X45MV6OEjt_6Ui0sZxHHhRCQLMCClkwRtMSjGY77lPL4dTpbPGwM0LLnH_OpbSAcko0U7ia/s640/blogger-image--1342574447.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ-Foua6vllDMivvOnjXQccda7nfitgqGc5FVWQ7Vx_EGNJBWrBuKJZyPwG3yEBHlrGUP2BfP3L6ReR8nT1xvB18EpRkW4h2A5ab90tQB29enlP93LfiM-bqZ-bEg854fRAIoDaxVMxw7G/s640/blogger-image--2023278027.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ-Foua6vllDMivvOnjXQccda7nfitgqGc5FVWQ7Vx_EGNJBWrBuKJZyPwG3yEBHlrGUP2BfP3L6ReR8nT1xvB18EpRkW4h2A5ab90tQB29enlP93LfiM-bqZ-bEg854fRAIoDaxVMxw7G/s640/blogger-image--2023278027.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKvWdcioScF1V-AcAeg4bNBPfoZTWhRFQyL3F4a7Sn4ANJDZsquBNzjPCn4xOlTJiv_VfSKEXHkY_Si7OGd-79q_QQCEGyRxolRatGBXRymTbAlf7nwPBrWdMiBDPYFdzRyBCReDWWxgT7/s640/blogger-image--511364929.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKvWdcioScF1V-AcAeg4bNBPfoZTWhRFQyL3F4a7Sn4ANJDZsquBNzjPCn4xOlTJiv_VfSKEXHkY_Si7OGd-79q_QQCEGyRxolRatGBXRymTbAlf7nwPBrWdMiBDPYFdzRyBCReDWWxgT7/s640/blogger-image--511364929.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPvDPMD3CCYZ8OHlaONtoykgn9eYcy8V9ZDzgyA_ly_E2Pp4iI0ifbNQka6_p50CkSLgMky_J2Pql5nuolTPKJrExIpWq9xuilM8xFwNLlxXiVWLi_lDDYRNqADBMfDapJY_7PRrJJOpOa/s640/blogger-image-1985227333.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPvDPMD3CCYZ8OHlaONtoykgn9eYcy8V9ZDzgyA_ly_E2Pp4iI0ifbNQka6_p50CkSLgMky_J2Pql5nuolTPKJrExIpWq9xuilM8xFwNLlxXiVWLi_lDDYRNqADBMfDapJY_7PRrJJOpOa/s640/blogger-image-1985227333.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">4. And last but definitely not the least, the weekend market is always kept clean.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeobHmuETWsDjWuhqP3_0VJ5zBp7GA3DmITCxKz-qS3eHpjDRm07hWHioHfdGItr3-fmgg-7YK9UqCnW40-IMjY9LbPpjZASqzsLN3Za00nUMCi3i_Ooa3AIfl3io5JCtONQ-Rg-0bXo7M/s640/blogger-image-1188944076.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeobHmuETWsDjWuhqP3_0VJ5zBp7GA3DmITCxKz-qS3eHpjDRm07hWHioHfdGItr3-fmgg-7YK9UqCnW40-IMjY9LbPpjZASqzsLN3Za00nUMCi3i_Ooa3AIfl3io5JCtONQ-Rg-0bXo7M/s640/blogger-image-1188944076.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">So, if you don't know what to do on a Saturday night, try Greenfiend Weekend Market. It's worth to experience at least once in your life.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><br></div>Esay Querubinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01793368588746078872noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7271061316873953347.post-9545638250809699292016-02-09T19:21:00.001+08:002016-03-04T11:24:32.935+08:00Garage Sale Tips<div>
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255 , 255 , 255 , 0); color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">My stall catered to those who were looking for nice affordable pieces and quality may only be third or fourth consideration. I priced merchandise inexpensively, so people would not think twice when buying. Well in most cases that was the case. In the end, I tripled the amount I invested. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Last week I was given a chance to have my own stall again. There was a condominium-wide garage sale organized in where I live. It was a 3-day event where tenants were allowed to sell dry-goods and food. This was very timely because my husband and I had to dispose a lot of our household items, clothes, shoes and what-nots. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I really had fun. Aside from earning from selling our old things, the event reminded me of my childhood. When I used to spend whole days, and sometimes even nights, in provincial fairs and I try out all the interesting food being sold. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">For those planning to hold their own garage sale, these tips might help:</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">1. Price merchandise competitively low. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Garage sales have a variety of consumers: those who can afford to buy condominium units, toddlers who easily gets what they want by whispering to mommy or daddy, teenagers who already have allowances, retired and working individuals, household helps. But although different in status, one thing's for sure, all are in the look out for nice inexpensive items. Remember that your main goal for holding a garage sale is to dispose items you don't need anymore and somehow get a few bucks from it. My most expensive apparel was P150, majority was P100, and lowest was P10.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">2. Be flexible with prices </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">For each item, know how low you can go. Example for a 100 peso apparel, you can go as low as 80. So when someone asks for a discount, give it. Be extra flexible if your consumer is a househelp. It will mean a lot to them and make you feel good inside. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">3. Make sure prices are easily seen</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This is a no brainer. Put your signages big and bold. </span></div>
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4. Display nicest, most eye catching pieces upfront</div>
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You have to make visitors look at your stall and make them think that there is something in your stall worth checking out. </div>
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So first you try to get their attention, now you make sure that their experience will be smooth. Not everyone has time to go through your items on a pile. Make it easy for them by hanging clothes, displaying items. </div>
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6. Know all the items you have</div>
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Just like any salesman, may it be for gadgets, automobile or real estate, you should know what you are selling inside and out. This will come in handy when customers are looking for something specific. And you want to proactively offer to a repeat customer.</div>
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7. Set up early and close late</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My husband Paulo and I during our California Highway 1 road trip</td></tr>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The view from the highway was always breathtaking.</span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> My husband and I were so happy we did the road trip. </span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8000001907349px;">Paulo on the driver's seat of the Lexus NX 300H</td></tr>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Our automobile for the road trip was the Lexus NX 300H. My considerations for an automobile were very simple--comfort and reliability. The NX 300H did not disappoint at all. Legroom was more than enough and more importantly, the chairs were adjustable and very comfortable. The seats also had a heater and cooler. Which I think was essential with how the weather fluctuates from hot to cold in the west coast. </span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Breathtaking view of land and water from California Highway 1 </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mother nature and I along California Highway 1</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A cliff on California Highway 1</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Elephant seals on California Highway 1</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">More of Earth's wonderful creatures seen on California Highway 1</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Paulo on California Highway 1</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sunset on California Highway 1</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Along California Highway 1</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Railroad along California Highway 1</td></tr>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">These were the things that made our trip easier and more fun: </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">2) </span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">U.S. Phone line for easier coordination with family and friends and access to Internet, we got an AT&T sim</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">3) </span><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Waze on our smart phones</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">4) Snacks and water</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">5) Sunblock</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">6) Thick clothes for the cold</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">7) Shades</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">8) Money, credit card</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">9) Camera; there were lots of photo opportunities! Although my iPhone camera phone worked well for me already</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I will always treasure our Highway 1 experience. The road trip was an event in itself. And more than anything, I was with a very cool, wonderful person-- my husband. </span></div>
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Esay Querubinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01793368588746078872noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7271061316873953347.post-16009033820199220902015-09-06T12:15:00.001+08:002015-09-06T13:34:15.407+08:00Maximizing Small Spaces with Customized Cabinets and Shelves<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I love cabinets and shelves. Even more now that I am forced to live efficiently, because my husband and I live in a one-bedroom 41 sqm condominium unit in the city. We have to maximize spaces. Which is why our couch has a storage compartment and bed has drawers and built in shelves. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">We transformed a free space into a cabinet for storing items we don't use on a daily basis. This also eliminates the clutter at home, because we can now hide them neatly inside the cabinets. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">My husband and I felt bad that we <span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">weren't able to take a photo of how our TV area used to look before the new rack and all. It would have been very nice to compare it with the new improved living room area. The before looked really messy--the cords were all over the floor, which ended up easily catching dust. Now there are shelves for the consoles, DVDs and even books that are attached on the wall, and it easier to sweep the floor. The place also looks bigger and more organized. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The installation only took around five hours, as everything was already pre-fabricated based on our agreed layout. The design, however, took us three meetings-- including agreeing on the design, measurements and color. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Our contractor is Carlo Blanca of A'Quinto Personal Furniture. He is very professional, respectful and most of all, delivers quality service. You may reach him at <a href="tel:(0917)%20534-4946" x-apple-data-detectors-result="0" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors="true">(0917) 534-4946</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Being a borderline millennial, I went straight to the Internet to research on our next shrimp-in-a-bag date. There are Claw Daddy in Alabang and SM MOA; Shrimp Bucket at the Fort; and another Bag O' Shrimps in McKinley. I work at the Fort, so I planned to try Shrimp Bucket next even though they don't have a version of the Whole Shabang sauce. I am also open to give Bag O' Shrimps another chance seeing that there are good reviews of their McKinley branch online. Yes, I am easily affected by that. </span><br>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">So one Sunday, unplanned, I was with my friends and found my way to Bag O' Shrimps, McKinley. I was pleasantly surprised with how the sauce tasted that I ended up going there the following day to share the good news with my husband. And again five days after to satisfy my craving. </span><br>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Bag O' Shrimps in McKinley has a better tasting sauce than the one in Megamall! Not 100% the same as USA's shrimp-in-a-bags, but close enough. The Bag O' Momma flavor is really there--zesty, spicy, tasteful and has the same satisfaction from the mix of different flavors. Although the shrimp is still not as good looking, it's okay. The flavor we are looking for is there anyway. We also discovered a new favorite sauce which is the Lemon Pepper. We discovered this when we ordered clams and got the best seller sauce for it. Later we realized that getting clams is not a wise move. Orders are by the weight and the shells are heavy. Plus, the meat of Philippine clams is small. </span><br>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Both the Bag O' Momma and Lemon Pepper flavors are now our staple orders. We get two pounds of shrimps, each with the different sauces; and one order of corn. These sauces are great to put on rice, too. As for the rating, it is now an 8.5 to 9 for Bag O' Shrimps. Because ten is just for The Boiling Crab. </span></div>
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Esay Querubinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01793368588746078872noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7271061316873953347.post-33258663052340030792015-04-11T12:00:00.000+08:002015-05-31T11:33:22.365+08:00My First Marathon-- the LA Marathon 2015<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Running for me is a good example of "no pain, no gain." I don't usually like the act of running. It's most of the time pain and suffering (most specially long distances of more than 21km), but I run anyway. More than anything, it's the feeling after that I love and crave for. The fulfillment of setting a new personal record, accomplishing a specific goal or simply being able to drag my ass off the coach on a lazy Sunday afternoon to clock in a few kilometers. </span><br>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I finished the LA Marathon 2015! I flew 11,800 kilometers, Philippines to Los Angeles, to run my first 42 kilometers. Yes, it was more costly than running in the Philippines; plus, I also had to consider getting used to the timezone. But still, I am glad I chose to have my first marathon in Los Angeles. Philippine running events are far from the very festive, highly attended, yet organized LA Marathon. I wouldn't mind going through all the preparations again to experience LA and see its lovely people. </span><br>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Before I knew it the energy level at Dodger Stadium got really high and exciting. Music blasted from a local band, runners here and there were preparing themselves--some doing their warm ups, putting petroleum jelly and sun block on their body parts, using the porta-potties; while clear announcements about bag deposit and start time could be heard.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Another proof that it was going to be a good run-- all of us runners were lucky to have this colorful sunrise. I just love a great sunrise. It's a promise of an awesome day ahead.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I wasn't able to take as much photos that I would have wanted to on the course, because doing so would have affected my time. Though like what I said, it was such a joyous event. Aside from refreshments--water and Gatorade--on each mile marker, there was also entertainment from a local band. But what I was surprised with was the people. Spectators--young and old-- went out of their way to cheer, support and prepare placards for the runners. Seeing and hearing the cheerers were more than enough already. But they even prepared food like orange slices, jelly beans, ice candies, ice cubes, gummy bears, pizza pie slices, chips, pretzels, and twizzlers for the runners. I tried some before I realized that munching on ice cubes was the best. It was hard to eat during a run, even energy bars. Sweet or sour food on a really hot weather made me more thirsty. There were also refreshments and sometimes free hugs, high fives and Vaseline. Who would not be motivated with all of that!? As for the placards, I can still remember some that made me smile and want to push myself more like Your feet hurt because you are kicking ass; Pain is temporary, pride is forever; Believe me, hell is hotter; Worst parade ever; Run like you stole something; There is beer in the finish line; Smile if you peed a little; Smile if you need to poop.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">It became challenging for me on the 10th mile. Suddenly I felt really heavy. Might be because of the mix of unfamiliar air, extremely hot weather--reached 90 degrees, and jetlag.</span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I started counting and looking forward to each mile marker. I wasn't expecting this since I already had conquered a very comfortable 21 mile race in the Philippines. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The last mile seemed the longest and composed of a lot of walks. It was where "you are almost there" felt the farthest. At this point, I had to be extra careful not to get into any injury. One wrong move and my leg would had easily gave up on me. </span></div><div><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I just made sure that I was running as I crossed the finish line. Approximately 250 meters from finishing, I gathered all the energy I had left and ran with all my heart. I finished my first marathon and the fulfillment is tremendous! </span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Brave enough<br>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I couldn't find a comfortable position on this rock.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px;">On the way to the monolith.<br>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">That's the monolith on the upper right corner.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px;">My companions on the monolith.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Back at Base Camp 1 where we ate our lunch.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My reliable pair of Merrell hiking shoes-- like 4X4 vehicles on my feet</td></tr>
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Esay Querubinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01793368588746078872noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7271061316873953347.post-81024928883010186212015-02-12T12:43:00.000+08:002015-03-09T16:01:42.295+08:00How I finished my first 32km strong<span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I am preparing for the LA Marathon 2015, which is on March 15. </span><br>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I have been training on my own since October last year. By December, I was already averaging a total 30 kilometers per week. And my longest continuous distance ran as 2014 closed was 25 kilometers. Month on month I have a target distance to conquer and Takbo.ph's 20 miler (32 kilometers) race last January 18 was perfect for my January goal.</span><br>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">My 32 kilometer performance was far better than my 21 and 25 kilometer runs. During the 20+ kilometer races, my game plan was not to stop no matter what. It made me tired half way through and exhausted as I finished the courses. I learned though that my game plan, as a starter long distance runner, could still be improved with a strategy more apt for my level.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br>My friend, coach Jackie, gave me this very effective program for the 32 kilometer course. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I brought a copy of this program with me as I ran. </span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">I followed everything and before I knew it, I was already on the 31st kilometer. I crossed the finish line strong and with a smile. </span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">I even reached my target time of 4 hours and 15 minutes! </span></span><br>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">• 11 to 15 kilometers: lower </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">the pace to 5 to 7 kilometers per hour;</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">• 26 to 28 kilometers: easy pace at 6 to 7 kilometers per hour</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">• 29 to 30 kilometers: easy pace at 7 to 9 kilometers per hour</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">• 30 kilometer: Galloway method of 3 minutes run, 1 minute walk</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">• 31 kilometer to finish: walk for 2 mins, then run up to finish line</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Very inspiring run! Encountered different kinds of runners: a kid, probably 8 years old; a dad pushing his disabled child on a wheelchair; senior citizens; people trying to lose weight; and people with handicaps.</td></tr>
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Esay Querubinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01793368588746078872noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7271061316873953347.post-91283935473235488172015-01-12T01:16:00.001+08:002015-10-11T11:34:22.680+08:00Ultra (Philsports Complex) Track Oval Opening and Closing Times<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I love running on track ovals and I am glad that Ultra (Philsports Complex) is just a P60 cab fare ride from my place. </span><br>
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Then suddenly there were flyovers. My goodness was I scared. When I started the race I told myself that I wouldn't stop running no matter what and I stuck to that. Uphill was hard-- my legs felt like rubber. I ran very slowly yet I still passed those who chose to walk. Downhill was harder-- the impact was stronger (compared to running on flat or uphill grounds) on my knees whenever each of my feet landed on the pavement. I knew I had to be more careful so I wouldn't injure myself. If my memory serves me right, there were a total of three flyovers. The uphills and downhills combined with the distance introduced new kinds of pains in different parts of my legs and feet. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The whole race which I finished in 2:50:12 was not just a physical but a mental test. It was believing right from the start that I could finish the whole 21 kilometers and pushing myself on reaching that goal. I constantly reminded myself to be careful with each step I took. Or else I might had pulled a muscle or got cramps. I had to be focused on what works for me in terms of speed and not be pressured by the other runners. It was really surprising at times when an unfit-looking person was faster than me. I also learned to enjoy the energy from the other runners. There are different kinds of runners I encountered: leisure runners-- those who run with their barkada and stopped in music tunnels for photos; newbie runners-- like me; regular runners-- those who basing from their form run frequently; competitive runners; senior runners, etc. All are very inspiring but the senior ones are the most-- if they can do then I can do it also!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">But I still eat all the junk food I want because I will burn it off anyway. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">• Smoking at least 10 cigarettes a day; up to more than a pack if I go out drinking at night. Oh, and I also started the habit when I was 13 years old. Ugh.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">• Going out to drink any day of the week. I loved mixing beer and hard drinks. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">• Not sleeping. Getting rest was not something I needed. I can function perfectly at work and be competitive in sports even with just 2 hours of sleep. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I have since quit doing these things. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">However, to my surprise, my harmful lifestyle still caught up with me despite my new healthy practices. A few weeks ago, I was diagnosed with cholesterol gallstones and had my gallbladder removed. Prior to diagnosis, I had to go back and forth to the hospital to find out what was causing the piercing pain in the upper right area of my abdomen. The pain attacked sporadically but it was very distressing. I was hospitalized for four days and had to skip seven days of work.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">What causes gallbladder stones? According to my doctor, it may be hereditary or the person's lifestyle (most specially diet). In my case, it was the latter. Like what I said, I don't hold back with what I eat--sisig, pork chop, liempo, crispy pata and bacon are just some of my favorite go-to foods--and I used to go out and drink a lot. If it isn't obvious already, my favorites are pulutan dishes.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">It was a wake-up call for me to be mindful of what I eat and what I do to my body. Now I know that I can't make up for binging on non-healthy food and beverages, and the chemicals from cigarettes. I have smoked too many Marlboros and drank too much Red Horse beer already. But </span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I am still hopeful that by living a continuously improved lifestyle, I can still reverse the damage I might have done to my body since I was 13 years old. </span></div>
Esay Querubinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01793368588746078872noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7271061316873953347.post-57405672173262374102014-08-11T19:40:00.000+08:002014-09-11T19:31:57.157+08:00Affordable Denim Blouses, Long Sleeves and Vests<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I was in SM Megamall the other day and decided to visit one of my favorite stores – the Surplus Shop. The whole mall was on a denim sale and, as
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buying three tops as I had always wanted to get a denim blouse. I only
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Semi-fitted long sleeved denim blouse, P499.75</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Slim-fitted long sleeved denim blouse, P499.75</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Siem Reap is simply charming. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">It is easy to fall in love with the place--very tourist-friendly (almost everything is affordable and everyone is approachable) and has interesting history and architecture. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">We stayed there</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> for five days--a bit tight if you want to explore all the temples and ruins, but just enough to see all the main attractions. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">For accommodation, I used Booking.com to research and reserve the best hotel given our budget. I opted for Somadevi Angkor Hotel & Spa since based on the reviews--and we actually experienced these--it had a good location (near the night market), international breakfast buffet, free wifi, nice swimming pool and friendly and helpful staff. Rate per night for a double deluxe room was $50 and that already included two daily breakfast buffets and airport transfers. We really enjoyed our stay in Somadevi Angkor Hotel & Spa--highly recommended!</span></div>
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Below were our activities in Siem Reap. Given the length of our stay, I think we spent our time wisely and were able to visit all the must-see places. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Bantaey Srei, Chau Say Tevoda, Phnom Bakheng, Phnom Krom, Pre Rup, Preah Khan, Ta Prohm</b></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Angkor Wat</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A corridor inside Angkor Wat temple</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Continuous restoration of the temples</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The majestic tree in Ta Prohm</td></tr>
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The person in front of me is Khemra, our tour guide.</div>
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We also went up Phnom Bakheng to watch the sunset. The sunset we saw was not great, unfortunately. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tourists waiting for the sunset at Phnom Bakheng</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sunset from Phnom Bakheng</td></tr>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Visited </b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Cambodia Landmine Museum</b></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">We hired a tuktuk for half a day to go see the museum and some more temples. I definitely recommend tourists to go to the Cambodia Landmind Museum. It is very educational and featured the landmine situation in Cambodia. </span></div>
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Pre Rup-- one of my favorites--is not as crowded as the other temples. </div>
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Pre Rup</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Arrival to Siem Reap, night time</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Rested for half a day</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Whole day temple tour c/o a tour guide, with sunset viewing</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Hired a tuktuk to visit more temples and the Cambodia Landmine Museum</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: 13px;">I don't usually plan to shop for new clothes because I think I have more than enough already. I control myself from buying new pieces, but whenever I go up to Baguio--which on the average happens once a month because my husband is a Baguio local--then it's a different story. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: 13px;">I love Baguio's ukay-ukay because it is where I find funky, fashionable, and affordable pieces that I can't easily buy from malls and bazaars. </span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;"><b>1. Schedule your shopping to start in the morning.</b> That way, </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;">you are still fresh and have the energy to scan the whole ukay-ukay strip and bargain with the many not-so-friendly m<i>anangs</i></span><i style="color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;"> </i><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;">manning the stalls.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;"><b>2. Don't shop on an empty stomach.</b> I notice that whenever I shop while hungry I tend to be an impulsive buyer. There are studies that confirm this, too. Being excited while shopping is simply a no-no because it will affect your judgement.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: 13px;"><b>3. </b></span></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: 13px;"><b>Wear body-fitting clothes.</b> This way, you can easily fit what's available by just slipping it over your attire. Yes, do try on the secondhand clothes but always wear something between your body and the used garment. Wear </span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;">leggings, body-hugging tank tops, and easy to remove footwear--like slippers or flats.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: 13px;"><b>4. Expect that ukay-ukay shopping is not glamorous. </b>Ukay-ukay is a second hand shop. Bawal ang maarte. </span></span><br />
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<b style="color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;">5. Start at the top floor or inner-most levels. </b><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;">Prices, and sometimes selections, are better. At the same time, the m</span><i style="color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;">anangs</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;"> are usually more friendly. </span><b style="color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;"> </b><br />
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<b style="color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;">6. Bring a big bag to easily carry purchases.</b><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;"><b>7. Be patient and active. </b>Scan through the racks diligently. Your next epic ukay-ukay find may just be hiding among the thick display of tops, pants, skirts, dresses and coats. </span><br />
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<b style="color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;">8. Don't look for something in particular. </b><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;">Although there are lots of choices in Baguio's ukay-ukay, looking for something in particular is not recommended. It will limit you from getting that epic buy as you might be busy looking for a specific dress, and not notice the perfect pair of pants right in front of you. </span><br />
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<b style="color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;">9. M</b><b style="color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;">ake sure to check garments before buying. </b><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;">Look for holes, tears, </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;">loose threads and </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;">stains. Don't buy when you spot a defect. But if you really like the piece, use that defect as a bargaining chip. </span><br />
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<b style="color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;">10. Bargain. Bargain. Bargain. </b><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13px;"><i>Manangs</i> now are very stern and seldom smile. Be insistent and prepare your poker face. Immediately cut their asking price in half and work from there.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444;"><br class="Apple-interchange-newline" /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Total cost of this outfit is Php2,469 (USD56.43).</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Breakdown of costs: </span></span><br />
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<li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Bead Necklace - bought from a bazaar, Php250</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Bangles - bought from a bazaar, Php100</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Watch - a gift (Seiko 5)</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Chiffon Blouse - bought from The Ramp, Php799</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Pants - bought from an <i>ukay-ukay</i> (thrift shop), Php70</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Pumps - bought from Payless ShoeSource, Php1,250</span></li>
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Photos by my colleague Mafel Hebulan.Esay Querubinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01793368588746078872noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7271061316873953347.post-6626536696128737262013-04-21T13:38:00.000+08:002014-05-04T08:23:46.112+08:00Our Tagalog Wedding Invitation<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I think our wedding invitation rocked. First, the
artwork was done by my husband Paulo Subido; second, the content was in
Filipino/ Tagalog; and third, it was simple—and this time simple was classy. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="color: #444444;">Our invitation:</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="color: #444444;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="color: #444444;"><u>Front page:</u></span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #444444;">Wedding invitation in Filipino/ Tagalog.</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444;">Artwork by Paulo Subido </span></td></tr>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Content: </span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Pag-iisang-dibdib </span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Paulo at Esay</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Ika-12 ng Enero, ika apat ng hapon </span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">sa L'Orchard Garden Venue, Antipolo City.</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Agad susundan ng salu salo. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The words in our invitation were edited by a lot of people. One of those who helped us was my friend Joel Jacob. He just launched his first collaborative book of Filipino poems entitled <i>Gamlay </i>and is now available in National Bookstore.</span><br />
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<u>Entourage page: </u><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Wedding entourage page in Filipino/ Tagalog</td></tr>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Content (with translation in English): </span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Punong Tagapangasiwa - Officiating Priest</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Aming mga Magulang - Our Parents</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Mga Gabay sa aming Buhay - Godparents </span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Mga Piling Binibini at Ginoo - Bridesmaids and Groomsmen</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Munting Binibini - Flower Girl</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Munting Ginoo - Ring Bearer or Bible Bearer </span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">For choosing our godparents, we asked those people who we look up to and consider as our inspiration. We even asked my aunt who is a nun to be one of our godparents. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="color: #444444;">For my bridesmaids, I had to include one of my friend Joel. He marched on my side because he is someone dear to me. </span></span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Since it was our wedding, then we set our own rules. </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><br /><span style="color: #444444;"><u><br /></u></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="color: #444444;"><u>Map page:</u></span></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Wedding map and RSVP page in Filipino/ Tagalog.</td></tr>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Content (with translation in English): </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Naglaan kami ng ___ upuan para sa iyo. - We allotted ___ seats for you.</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Kasuotan - Attire</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Lalaki - Men</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Babae - Women</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Baro - Dress</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Inaasahan namin ang inyong tugon bago ang ika-16 ng Disyembre, 2012 - Please confirm attendance by the 16th of December, 2012.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">My husband and I wanted </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">a garden wedding but we ended up doing it in a covered pavilion in a garden instead. Why? You may ask. Simply because it rained--the kind of rain that you can easily take a bath in. It still turned out really wonderful and sweet, though. All our loved ones were there to celebrate with us and that is the main point of a wedding anyway. </span></span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">And you know what they say about rain during weddings? It is a blessing.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Whenever I look back at how we handled our wedding--the preparations, last minute changes and the day itself--I can't help but smile. We did it! And here are a few pointers for those who are planning to get married. </span><br />
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<li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Cookie-cutter weddings are out. Express yourselves. Your wedding should be a reflection of your personalities. </span></li>
<li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Spend on food, drinks and booze. Other than that, try to limit expenses. </span></li>
<li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Be considerate to your guests in terms of time, location and even the the required attires. </span></li>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">As for our wedding-- it was last January 12, 2013. We chose a Saturday because we didn't want our guests to skip work whatsoever. </span><br />
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</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">My dress and shoes were both very comfortable. I did not want to suffer for more than four hours wearing a dress I can hardly breathe in and a pair of shoes that would end up giving me blisters. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The bridal car was really a wow. It was a silver 2012 Jaguar XJ.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The venue of the wedding ceremony and after-party was L'Orchard Garden; while CVJ Food Catering did a wonderful job 0f transforming the place into a dreamy site by scattering lots of bright and colorful flowers. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The food that CVJ Food Catering served was just awesome--tasty, flavorful and fresh. I highly recommend their services--professional, lived up to our expectations and priced just right.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Nice set-up of the buffet area by CVJ Food Catering</td></tr>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The entourage. I so loved it that my girls were not wearing matching dresses. I applied what I called the BYOD (Buy Your Own Dress) scheme. Same as what I wanted for myself, I wanted them to feel comfortable with their outfits and be able to choose the style of dresses they wanted. </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">It worked. My bridesmaids looked so classy</td></tr>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Paulo's entourage donned barong Tagalogs. </span><br />
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</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The ring bearer was so adorable. I wanted him to look like a little <i>haciendero</i>.</span><br />
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</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The bridal march music was Panalangin by Apo Hiking Society. It was performed live by our friends Ray and Steph. Ray played the guitar while Steph sang. Panalangin is one of my favorite songs and the words </span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">exactly describe how I feel about Paulo. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The ceremony was officiated by Father Igmales who is a priest in Paulo's alma matter.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The hosts of the after-party were dear friends of mine--Abi Lomboy and Grace Colet. </span><br />
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The reception was short and sweet. The program consisted of the father-and-daughter and mother-and-son dances; a few speeches for us as newlyweds; our first dance; and lots of eating and drinking! </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Celebrate! My brother Marc Querubin who sponsored wines and spirits. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">We made sure that the alcohol level will not go down to zero. <br />
We stashed way too much alcohol that up until now we still have bottles of wine, vodka, gin and brandy.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">DJ Badkiss and SunDownMuse played during the after-party; and so did Paulo.<br />
DJ Badkiss was Paulo's surprise wedding gift to me. </td></tr>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Every bride wants to look her best on her wedding day. And I
know that in able to achieve my best look, I had to make sure that I am
comfortable with my dress and shoes.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; text-align: center;">I opted for a simple Grecian inspired wedding dress,
which was light and easy to manage. And since the design was Grecian, there were ruchings and the waist was cut high. Hence, my unwanted tummy bulges were all hidden.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I could just imagine how hard it would have been to smile and project for the camera if at the same time I had to hold my stomach in, if ever I did choose a fitted-on-the-waist dress.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The high waist of the dress also made my legs look longer—aside from the fact that I wore a pair of five-inch heels.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>The Shoes:</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Of course they had to be wedges. Wedges are the most comfortable
type of high-heeled shoes there are. They may not look as formal, but they can still be stylish. And who will actually look at your shoes? Your dress is floor length anyway. Four- or five-inch stilettos are the ultimate in style; but if you are not used
to them—then do not risk it. I can only stand in a pair of stilettos for 30 minutes, then you will
start to see on my face that I am not happy anymore. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; text-align: center;">When choosing your wedding shoes, find a pair that you can easily walk in. Remember that you will be doing your bridal march, dancing with your father and groom, going around greeting your family and friends, and posing a lot for the camera. All these you have to do while most eyes are on you. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; text-align: center;"><i>Photos by Jonel Batino of <a href="http://www.superpandapresents.com/" target="_blank">SuperPandaPresents</a></i></span><br />
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<i><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Dress by Gaygay Gowns and Barong, Lopez Avenue, Los Baños, Laguna</span></i><br />
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<i><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Shoes from Oro Nero</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="color: #444444;">Our wedding may not have gone as planned—I think
only 50% of our plans were followed and the remaining half had to be changed on the
day itself—but I still loved every minute of it. The only thing I wish I could have
made better and more complete was my thank you speech because this is something I could control. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="color: #444444;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="color: #444444;">This is my advice to soon-to-be-brides:
<b>prepare and write your thank you speeches way before the event</b>. I thought I had my speech memorized but I still missed a detail or two. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Here is my speech, the way it should have been:</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Good evening, everyone. thank you so much for spending this
night with us and for going all the way to Antipolo
despite the bad weather. Seeing you all here reminds us of how lucky we
really are.</span> </span></blockquote>
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<span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">First of all, </span></span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I would like to thank God for all of the blessings. This would not be possible without You. </span><span style="color: #444444;"> </span> </blockquote>
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<span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">To our friends: Liz for doing my make-up; Bats for coming all the way from Singapore to be our photographer; Marc Soong for providing our bridal car; Steph and Ray for singing the bridal march song; Grace and Abi for being our hosts; SunDownMuse for the music later; and my brother Marc for sponsoring wines and spirits.</span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">My friends from JobStreet.com: you have been my family for four-and-a-half years. You guys will always be family to
me. </span> </span></blockquote>
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<span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">My friends forever: I have known all of you
for years and we have shared and experienced life
lessons together. Looking forward to more years with you all.</span></span> </blockquote>
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<span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">My relatives from the Querubin and Jaranilla sides, most
specially to those who came all the way from the province and abroad. </span> </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="color: #444444;">My siblings: Kuya Ashley, Ate Donna, Kuya Bogs and Marc: my ultimate
<i>kakampis</i> for life. Thank you so much for always being for there for
me—most specially during my not-so-nice days, which can still happen every now
and then. My nephews and nieces: Kevin, Nini, Gia and Jared. You guys never fail to bring me joy. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Undoubtedly, I have to thank my parents for giving me more than what I
needed. I know I haven't always been the best daughter, but I am trying to be now. Mommy and Daddy: Thank you so much for the guidance and honing me to be a practical, fair, respectful and hardworking person</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> (I'd like to think I am).</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I wouldn’t be the person I am right now if it were not for you</span></span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">—</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">if it
weren’t for all of you.</span><span style="color: #444444;"> </span></blockquote>
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<span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">So you see, I am a very lucky and blessed person already. Then
came Paulo; and now I am even luckier.</span> </span></blockquote>
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<span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Thank you to the Subidos for easily accepting and welcoming me
into your family. I now have three new sisters and two brothers, and of course
another mom. </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">To Ate Joy, Ate Faith, Ate Grace, Kuya Raul, Chino and Mom: You have all been so sweet and awesome, and I am looking forward to getting to know more of each and
everyone.</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> </span> </span> </blockquote>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">And of course to Paulo: Thank you for the overflowing understanding,
care and love. I don’t really know what will happen to us. One of the many
things we learned in this wedding is that life does not go the way we planned
it. We may not <span style="background-color: white;">be perfect people, but together, I know that we can make it perfect. Let’s just
continue on doing what we are doing</span></span><span style="color: #444444;">—</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">respect, trust, and love each other. I
love you more right now, Pau. We can do this!</span></blockquote>
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<i><o:p><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Photos by Jonel Batino of <a href="http://www.superpandapresent.com/" target="_blank">SuperPandaPresents</a></span></o:p><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"> </span></i></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">When I was growing up, I searched my parents’ closets and <i>bauls</i> for the perfect wardrobe. I am charmed
by what people wore in the ’60s and ‘70s.</span> These decades brought flared pants, pointed and big collar blouses,
flowing bohemian garments, shiny and skin-tight disco outfits, maxi dresses
and skirts, and </span><span style="font-size: small;">psychedelic prints which are all very stylish up to now. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">I know I can’t resist a vintage dress—especially if it
belongs to my mom. If I can’t find a way to wear it, I’ll probably use the
fabric for my home decor, or simply keep it close by. I’m sure I will make use
of it one day, some way.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">This skirt is one of the nicest pieces in my closet. I love it
because it has an ethnic <a href="http://www.tourism.gov.ph/Pages/default.aspx">Philippine</a> flavor. </span></span></div>
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part of the dress she is wearing. It won’t fit me as is because I am three
inches shorter than her. I almost cried when my trusted </span><i style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">modista</i> wasn’t able to alter it properly. </span></span></div>
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any occasion. </span><span style="line-height: 115%;">I wore this ensemble at a wedding.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Reviving your mom’s old clothes is practical. A brand-new maxi
skirt can cost up to Php3,000 (USD71) nowadays, more or less. It depends on the brand. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small; line-height: 115%;">By the way, this outfit cost me Php2,849 (USD67).</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small; line-height: 115%;">(Dollar conversions based on <a href="http://www.bsp.gov.ph/statistics/sdds/exchrate.htm">US Dollar = Ph Peso Exchange Rate</a> of </span><span style="font-size: small; line-height: 115%;">USD</span><span style="font-size: small; line-height: 115%;">1=</span><span style="font-size: small; line-height: 115%;">Php42.54</span><span style="font-size: small; line-height: 115%;"> dated Feb 8, 2012.)</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Headband - belt from another top</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;"> Bead Necklace - bought from a bazaar, Php250 </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Bangles - two sets; one bought from USA, Php350; another one from a bazaar, Php100 </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Watch - a </span>gift (Seiko 5) </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Chiffon Blouse - bought from <a href="http://therampcrossings.blogspot.com/">The Ramp</a>, Php799</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Maxi Skirt - used to be mom's dress, alteration cost Php150</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Mary Jane Shoes - bought online from <a href="http://www.gojane.com/">www.GoJane.com</a>, Php1,200 </span></span></li>
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Esay Querubinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01793368588746078872noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7271061316873953347.post-30304429816274529292012-09-07T16:15:00.000+08:002013-08-20T13:56:02.573+08:00Just Soap and Water for Face<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">When I was about nine and my face would show one or two signs of acne growth, my 11-years older brother would continuously prod me to wash my face with <i>just</i> soap and water. I am glad I followed his advice and have been since then. For one thing, I think it really made sense; the lesser chemicals (compared to the facial creams the dermatologists usually gives) that I put on my face, the purer and then the better. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I am not saying that I haven't visited the derma ever. I do get my quarterly facial cleaning, but that is just about it. I have been sales-talked to try the diamond peel once or twice, though I just end up looking like a sun-dried tomato the day after. This was done in a popular and posh clinic so I don't think the quality of products was the culprit.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I use Dove, Oil of Olay or Pond's. All those always make me feel great after washing my face. That moment after I wash the soap away, then look at the mirror; and feel and look so clean, so fresh and sometimes so pretty is just priceless. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Taking care of your face need not be expensive. For the longest time, I have been using <i>just</i> soap and water and it has proven to be the most effective. And the cheapest, for that matter. And not to forget, very hassle-free.</span>Esay Querubinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01793368588746078872noreply@blogger.com0